MARTIN EMERSON YATES age 49 of Murfreesboro, TN, died Monday November 29, 2010. He was native of Erie, PA. Mr. Yates is survived by his loving wife, Lisa Beach Yates, parents, Jeffrey and Judy Baker Yates of Erie, PA; step children, Clayton, Calister, and Ashden Brawner all of Springfield, TN; sister Michelle McGee of Erie, PA; brothers, Chip, John, and Robert Yates all of Erie, PA. A brief reception to celebrate the life of Martin Emerson Yates will be held 2:00 PM Saturday December 4, 2010 at their home, 7025 Stroop Lane, Murfreesboro, TN. Mr. Yates was a Quality Control Inspector for Nissan. Condolences may be made at www.woodfinchapel.com . WOODFIN MEMORIAL CHAPEL. 893.5151